by Juanita | Jan 17, 2020 | Ava Lee's History Corner
The birth of quality furniture When George first began his business in 1972, he made his furniture in an old dairy barn and marketed it at a small stand in Lancaster County. The Gurnsey Barn, was a local venue for country music and local theater nestled along the...
by Juanita | Dec 14, 2019 | George's Furniture
As 2019 draws to a close, we look forward to 2020 with anticipation and excitement. The Christmas season surely brings a sense of excitement and wonder as we celebrate the coming of Jesus for the salvation of the world. We pray that the remaining days of 2019 are a...
by Juanita | Nov 8, 2019 | Ava Lee's History Corner, George's Furniture, Rocking Chairs
Why a non-tip rocker? When George was small, he was having so much fun rocking in his grandma’s antique rocker that he tipped it right over. After recovering from the fall, he promised his mother that if he ever built a rocker, he would make one that would not tip...
by Juanita | Oct 28, 2019 | Customization, George's Furniture, Gifts
Spanning centuries, the Hope Chest is an ancient tradition in which a wooden chest is filled with household items. This handcrafted chest would be prepared for a young girl to aid her for her eventual status as a wife. The term hope implied wishes for a good future...
by Juanita | Oct 4, 2019 | Events, George's Furniture
Fall Is Here! In thinking of Fall, we can’t help but imagine warm days and cool nights with brisk mornings. It’s the in-between weather before winter, when summer does its best to hang on for a few more days, overridden by the telltale nip in the autumn air. Folks...
by Juanita | Aug 10, 2019 | George's Furniture, Rocking Chairs
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s hard to imagine the simplicity of “days gone by”. Often, it’s hard to even take a moment to sit on the porch in a rocking chair and enjoy the sights and sounds of summer! I’m sure we all...
by Juanita | Jul 5, 2019 | George's Furniture
The bedroom is the sanctuary of the home. The bedroom is a place for rest and relaxation, an escape from the pressures and busyness of day-to-day obligations. Of course, the centerpiece of the bedroom is the bed, and rightly so. The bed sets the stage for the aura,...
by Juanita | Jun 7, 2019 | Tables
Incredibly photogenic and often space-saving, benches have, over time, earned their place at the dining room table. But while benches can look cool, are benches well-received by guests? Just how practical is bench seating at a dining table? We’ve made a short list of...
by Juanita | May 24, 2019 | Events
Does Buying American-made Products Really Matter? According to Consumer Reports, 8 in 10 American consumers say they would rather buy an American-made product than an imported one. Additionally, more than 60 percent say they’re even willing to pay 10 percent more for...
by Juanita | May 10, 2019 | Customization, George's Furniture, Gifts
Wedding Registry Wedding season is almost here! The months of June through September are the peak of this exciting event. You probably received an invitation or two to an upcoming wedding celebration. Tucked neatly inside the invitation, is a meaningful piece of...
